Winter Storm Warning in California
Posted 8 hours ago
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST SUNDAY...
* CHANGES...Adjusted snow totals in the lower valleys.
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6
inches with 5 to 10 inches above 5000 feet, except 10 to 18
inches above 5000 feet west of Highway 395. Winds gusting as
high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...Surprise Valley California, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties and Northern Washoe County.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Sunday. Heaviest snow expected this
evening through 4 AM Sunday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Very
strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
* CHANGES...Adjusted snow totals in the lower valleys.
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6
inches with 5 to 10 inches above 5000 feet, except 10 to 18
inches above 5000 feet west of Highway 395. Winds gusting as
high as 65 mph.
* WHERE...Surprise Valley California, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties and Northern Washoe County.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Sunday. Heaviest snow expected this
evening through 4 AM Sunday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Very
strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
Recommended actions
Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for
many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry
an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay
home, have a backup plan in case of power outages.
The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry
an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay
home, have a backup plan in case of power outages.
The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
ready.gov
Ways to prepare and stay safe now
- DuringStay indoors during the storm.Prolonged exposure to cold can cause hypothermia.Walk and drive carefully on icy sidewalks and roads.Many injuries and accidents are caused by slippery conditions.Before driving, let someone know your destination, route, and expected time of arrival.If your car gets stuck, it’ll be easier to find you.If you lose feeling and color in your nose, ears, hands, or feet, cover the exposed area, avoid rubbing your skin, and seek medical help immediately.You may have frostbite.When shoveling snow, take breaks and lift lighter loads.Working too hard can lead to heart attacks.Stay dry.Wet clothes make you lose body heat, increasing your risk of hypothermia.
noaa.gov
What is a Winter Storm Warning?
Warning
Watch
A winter weather event including 1) snow, ice, or sleet meeting or exceeding locally defined 12 and/or 24 hour warning criteria; or 2) a combination of snow, ice, or sleet and blowing snow with at least one of the precipitation elements meeting or exceeding locally defined 12 and/or 24 hour warning criteria.
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Snow storm wallops Pacific Northwest, people rescued in Sierra Nevada
NBCNews.com ·
SEATTLE — A winter storm pounded Washington state, forcing the cancellation of flights in Seattle as officials worked to get people off the streets and into shelters during the nation's latest bout with winter weather. Gov. Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency for the state of Washington, saying ... In California, more than 120 visitors and staff members were rescued after being snowbound in a Sierra Nevada resort for five days. Up to 7 feet of snow had trapped the guests and staff beginning Sunday at Montecito ...New storm brings more snow to Southern California mountains; I-5 corridor in jeopardy
Los Angeles Times ·
A series of storms has brought a rare wet winter to the state. Another weaker trough will bring rain and mountain snow late Saturday night into Sunday morning, before dry weather returns early next week. Another storm is expected Wednesday into Thursday, ...Update: Interstate 80 closed as second storm descends on Northern California
Sacramento Bee (blog) ·
Interstate 80 in the Sierra Nevada is closed Saturday as the second of four possible storms makes its way across Northern California, with little reprieve expected until Monday, according to the National Weather Service. Both east and westbound lanes of I-80 are closed from Colfax in Placer ... Saturday's storm, which will last into Sunday, will be colder, pushing snow into the elevations lower than its Friday predecessor, Del Valle said. A winter storm warning is in effect for elevations above 2,500 feet until 4 a.m. ...
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